Residency Opportunity

Maximo Laura is a tapestry artist who truly reflects his cultural heritage. Based in Lima, illness Peru, Laura was raised in a weaving environment and also uses the force of his culture’s narrative to inspire and inform his work. His tapestries are currently in Canada in Oakville, Ontario, in the 2012 Festival Exhibition “Myth Making”.
The website ” Threads Festival ( see link attached) brings world fibre artists to your email once a month. It is a worthwhile link to have in your computer! http://www.worldofthreadsfestival.com/artist_interviews/083_maximo_laura_12.htmlDeadline: November 30, allergy
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Artist in Residence Program
Australian Tapestry Workshop
Melbourne Victoria
2013 Season

2013 Artist in Residence Program invites artists to immerse themselves in the unique studio environment of the Workshop for 2-8 weeks, full or part-time.

Whether you are a practicing established or emerging artist, you are welcome to apply. The residency is not restricted to purely visual artists – we welcome artists working in any medium.

The Workshop is offering studio space but is not able to offer accommodation or financial support.

For further information and enquiries about the program, contact Kate Stanton on 9699 7885 or mailto:slindsay@austapestry.com.au.